Whitney kitts
KNOXVILLE,TN
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with background in both medical-surgical and critical care nursing at PWMC. Experienced in hemodynamic monitoring, ventilator management, and titration of sedating and pain managing medications. Eager to continue learning and building on current skills learned in previous settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Critical Care Unit
Parkwest Medical Center
Knoxville, TN
02.2024 - Current
- Managed complex medical conditions such as respiratory distress, cardiac arrhythmias, sepsis, DKA, GI bleeds, strokes, traumatic brain injuries
- Assessed and monitored for changes in patient status
- Assisted in code blue situations with CPR, medications, recording
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments as well as hourly rounding
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters including blood pressure, heart rate, oxygen saturation levels, and arterial waveforms
- Provided direct patient care in a critical care setting
- Closely monitored patients on mechanical ventilation to ensure proper settings and prevent complications like ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) and worked closely with respiratory therapists for oxygenation needs
- Developed strong communication skills to effectively advocate for patients' needs within the healthcare team
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures such as central line insertions, arterial line placements, bronchoscopies, EGDs, thoracentesis, intubations
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds and contributed to the development of comprehensive care plans for critically ill patients
- Demonstrated proficiency in managing complex medication titration of vasoactive medications, pain medications, and sedatives
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Parkwest Medical Center
Knoxville, TN
08.2022 - 02.2024
- Managed care for up to 9 patients alone, 14 patients teamed with LPN
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with daily activities
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team including PT, OT, pharmacy, MD, NP/PA, case management, respiratory, radiology, wound care, transport, dialysis, and EMTs upon transport to other facilities
- Performed comprehensive assessments of patients' physical and mental health status with appropriate documentation
- Supervised LPNs and CNAs when appropriate
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds to discuss patient progress, goals, and care plans
- Attended class to become a clinical coach for new RNs during their orientation
- Administered blood transfusions and IV medications
- Performed wound care procedures, including dressing changes and assessment of healing progress
- Managed complex medication regimens, ensuring accuracy in administration and monitoring for adverse effects
Registered Nurse
Summit Internal Medicine Associates
Powell, TN
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Perform assessments and record vital signs
- Chart wellness exams and medical record verification
- Work closely with providers
- Administer medications via injections
- Manage on call portal and triage incoming phone calls
- Provide patient education
- Depression/Anxiety screening
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN06-2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Roane State Community College
Harriman, TN05-2019
Skills
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Central Line Care
- Airway Management
- End of life care
- Neurological Assessment
- EVD Management
- Intravenous therapy
- Sedation management
- Blood transfusion
- Evidence-based practices
- Ventilator management
- Policy Adherence
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Reliable and Responsible
- Time Management
Licensure and Certification
- License #239348, Expires 1/31/2025
- BLS, American Heart Association, Expires 08/2025
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Critical Care Unit
Parkwest Medical Center
02.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Parkwest Medical Center
08.2022 - 02.2024
Registered Nurse
Summit Internal Medicine Associates
01.2020 - 04.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Tennessee
Associate of Science - Nursing
Roane State Community College